starting line reaction tools/methods for stockers

[Bobby Zlatkin]

Yea, getting old is a bummer, but the alternative is worse.

I don't think it takes a rocket scientist to know that the better physical condition you are in, the better and more consistant job you'll do on the starting line.

I'm at the point where I'm happy to just be out there and still be a part of it.

[THE LEGEND]

As i sit here looking at my 14 iron men and reading this post i thought for a moment.
1) I'm fat (250)
2) I never have drank a drop of alky
3) I never did any drugs
4) I get about 5-6 hrs sleep a night.
5) I eat fast food for breakfast at least 3-4 times a week the other times it's a honey bun and diet coke.
6) I eat fast food(CHEESEBURGERS) for lunch at least 3-4 times a week.
7 Healthy is an occasional salad with my cheeseburger or Subway
8) We eat Red Meat for Supper at least 3-4 times a week.
9) I own a vending company so I eat crap all day.
10) I probably drink a case of water a year.
11) Will I'm racing I may stop and eat a steak and Ice cream or I may munch on trail mix all day depends on the mood.
Bottom line is I have FUN and win an occasional race or 2.
If you want to be good at this don't over analyze, have fun, and get some seat time.
Chip Johnson
p.s.
Don't beleive in practice trees

[Dusty Lowell]

I follow the strict technique of Bubba Linke. he seems to have it down seeings he is #6 in the world at this moment. So if you want the secret come see us at the Dutch.

[Troy Henderson]

Originally Posted by Dusty Lowell

I follow the strict technique of Bubba Linke. he seems to have it down seeings he is #6 in the world at this moment. So if you want the secret come see us at the Dutch.

Haha, now that's funny!

[racerhead]

The 'secret' is that there isn't a secret.

In my workshops and individual coaching I find that what works for one driver can do the opposite for another. If a driver is naturally tense he or she is going to need to learn some relaxation skills. If naturally relaxed, then some energizing skills. Then they have to learn how to find that state each time they face the starting line.

To the driver that started this thread: It's a fascinating topic. It's interesting to see how many thoughts people have. But in the end, it's your responsibility to be in a constant state of discovery about what makes you react fast and consistent...with the same level of attention you put into your car's speed and consistency.

Bruce Deveau
The Racer's Mind

[Michael Beard]

Dead-On, Bruce!

[Monte Howard]

Positive thinking,not negative.